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Berry Cream Cheese Muffins

Delightful muffins filled with cream cheese and vibrant mixed berries, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour, light and fluffy
  • 1 tsp baking powder for that perfect rise
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda to enhance the fluffiness
  • 0.25 tsp salt to balance flavors
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar sweet and inviting
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 large egg for richness and binding
  • 0.5 cups whole milk creamy and smooth
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted adding richness
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract aromatic and sweet
Fillings
  • 0.5 cups mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries, either fresh or frozen) vibrant and juicy
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened yielding creaminess
  • 0.25 cups powdered sugar for sweetness in the filling
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract to enhance cream cheese flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with paper liners or greased cups.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the mixed berries without breaking them.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and additional vanilla extract until smooth.
  7. Spoon a small amount of batter into each muffin cup, add a dollop of cream cheese mixture, and top with more batter.
  8. Use a toothpick to swirl the cream cheese filling into the batter.
Baking
  1. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  2. Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For extra flavor, add lemon zest to the batter. You can also experiment with different fillings like chocolate chips or nuts. Ensure ingredients, especially cream cheese, are at room temperature for best results.